JMA UPDATES | JESSICA MINH ANH'S EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ON VIETNAM TODAY – SHOWTIME

Vietnam Today’s SHOWTIME became a showcase of artistic harmony as Jessica Minh Anh — internationally recognized supermodel and fashion show producer — brought together music, fashion, and cultural storytelling in a memorable televised feature.

Vietnam Today is part of VTV, Vietnam’s national television network and one of the country’s most influential cultural platforms. Across the 45-minute special, audiences experienced the many layers of Jessica’s identity: producer, model, cultural ambassador, performer, speaker, mentor, granddaughter, daughter, and friend — not as separate roles, but as one cohesive story.

BEYOND THE SPOTLIGHT: A GLOBAL MINDSET GROUNDED IN CORE VALUES

The program opened with an intimate interview tracing Jessica’s path — from early classical piano training to large-scale runway productions and international speaking engagements.

She reflected on defining milestones, the realities behind public success, and the discipline required to build a long-term creative career. Drawing a parallel between the entertainment industry and university life, she emphasized continuous learning, mentorship, structure, and resilience as the true foundations of progress.

One message rang through with clarity: achievement in the arts isn’t sustained by talent alone — it is shaped by preparation, courage, and the ability to transform obstacles into creative fuel.

For this segment, Jessica wore an elegant white ensemble by Tracy Couture. A structured jacket with delicate floral embroidery, paired with a flowing skirt, projected a sense of clarity and authenticity. A sleek long ponytail, refined makeup, and a subtle red floral accent completed the look — visually setting the tone for a focused, thoughtful conversation.

The episode also highlighted her commitment to education through footage from her VinUniversity talk, where she engaged students on ambition, global mindset, and discipline — positioning her not only as an artist, but as a mentor connecting creative excellence with academic rigor.

MESSAGES OF LOVE

In a moving transition, the program surprised viewers with a montage of heartfelt messages from Jessica’s family and close friends. The atmosphere softened from studio polish to genuine warmth — a reminder that behind every public figure is a private circle of love, encouragement, and shared history.

It added emotional texture to the broadcast, making the story feel deeply human.

A RETURN TO PIANO: BEETHOVEN’S “MOONLIGHT SONATA”

One of the defining moments of the evening was Jessica’s live piano performance of Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata.”

She began playing piano at the age of six, and a childhood photograph featured during the program offered a glimpse into the origins of that lifelong relationship with music.

Returning to the piano after time away from formal stage performance carried a quiet intensity. Seated at a polished ebony grand piano in luminous white, she performed as low-lying stage mist drifted across the floor — a soft, cloudlike veil that moved in slow waves beneath the instrument, creating the illusion that the piano was floating. The effect framed her silhouette with a cinematic calm, amplifying the intimacy of every note.

Her interpretation felt controlled yet deeply felt — shaped by precision, restraint, and emotional nuance. Less a “performance” than a return to an artistic home.

SONG OF HOME: “CHIỀU THU HỒ TÂY”

Jessica then delivered a personal vocal performance: “Chiều Thu Hồ Tây” (Autumn Afternoon on the West Lake), composed by her father.

The transition from Beethoven to a Vietnamese composition reflected her artistic duality — classical training with a global outlook, anchored by a deeply Vietnamese spirit.

The song carried poetic imagery of Hanoi’s West Lake in autumn, blending nostalgia with contemporary presence. Performing her father’s work on national television held particular meaning — connecting family legacy with professional artistry in a single, unguarded moment.

For this segment, she wore a striking red áo dài by Thuy Nguyen. The sleek silhouette was adorned with colorful horse motifs and floral elements. The vivid red conveyed celebration and emotion — and served as her personal nod to the Year of the Horse: bold spirit, forward motion, and a heart that never forgets home.

Under cool purple stage lighting, the red áo dài became the visual anchor of the scene. The contrast heightened the intimacy, making the moment feel personal even within the grandeur of a televised stage.

Jessica once sang frequently during her university years, including winning UTP’s Battle of the Bands. After stepping fully into fashion production and global showcases, she rarely returned to singing — making this performance especially meaningful.

A CULTURAL BRIDGE, TOLD IN ONE ARC

From structured white tailoring to ceremonial red áo dài, from Beethoven to a Vietnamese ballad, from mentorship to family tribute — every element of the SHOWTIME feature followed a deliberate narrative arc.

This was not simply an interview. It was a curated experience: music, fashion, heritage, and storytelling shaped into one coherent statement.

The broadcast reinforced Jessica's role not only as a performer, but as a cultural ambassador who bridges tradition with modern creativity.

Through discipline and emotion, structure and vulnerability, she reminded audiences of something quietly profound: sometimes, the boldest step forward is the decision to return to your roots.

JMA Team